Guinness World Records List

Guinness World Records List

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3571

Video of the Week: Fastest 100m waterski tow by rowing boat

Every Wednesday we bring you one of the most interesting and exciting record-breaking videos from our archives.The week we're going back to April 2009 with the UK's Stuart Marston setting the record for the fastest time for a waterskier towed by a rowing boat to travel 100 mFilmed for the TV show Guinness World Records - Smashed, Stuart was towed by a team of eight rowers from the Imperial College Boat Club, in Dorney Lake, Windsor, UK, setting a benchmark time of 19.58 seconds.video For more amazing videos, why not subscribe to our YouTube channel.

3572

Largest shrimp cocktail made in Mexico

From Mike Janela in Mazatlán, MexicoMazatlán, Mexico, prides itself on seafood, to say the least.The "Pearl of the Pacific," as its nickname notes, sits on the country's western coast and is renowned for its fishing industry. Residents have also taken to calling their city "El Capital de Camerón" - the Shrimp Capital, an unofficial title for sure, but one they claim with pride nonetheless.Except, now, the people of Mazatlán have a legitimate title to attach to that pride: Guinness World Records holders.I headed to "La Perla" this week to adjudicate a record attempt nine months in the making and spearheaded by Tres Islas, the city's hotel association. Its goal? Nothing short of smashing the record for the largest shrimp cocktail ever made.The previous record stood for more than a year at 116 kg (255 lb 11 oz) by a student group in The Netherlands. The organizers of Tres Islas wouldn't allow that to stand and made sure of it. In fact, their aim was not just to surpass the record, but to destroy it.Mission accomplished.Once all the shrimp had been added to the cocktail glass, all the dipping sauce had been mixed in, and the glass rim lined meticulously with more shrimp each the size of a computer mouse, the industrial scales came to a rest at an incredible 538.5 kg (1,187 lb 3 oz.) of shrimp cocktail. The crowd of approximately 400 at the city's convention center then began the celebrations of their "Coctelazo" in the most appropriate way - by rushing the giant cocktail and literally seeing what a world record tastes like as the shrimp were all given away.For all records involving such magnitude, the numbers often tell the best stories and this case is no different.The glass itself took four months to manufacture, a Plexiglas acrylic cocktail glass replica that boasted a diameter of 1.36 m (4 ft 5 in) and a height of 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in). The group started with 675 kg (1,488 lb) of unpeeled shrimp before a group of about 80 chefs started a six-hour task at 5:30 a.m. of peeling, cleaning, and cooking what ended up as 488 kg (1,075 kg) of prepared shrimp. Estimates of the total number of shrimp used soared past 33,000, although not all prepared shrimp were saved for the final cocktail.As for the dipping sauce, it featured 57 kg (127 lb) of ketchup, 10 kg (22 lb) of lemon juice, 5.6 kg (12 lb) of "salsa brava," 4.025 kg (8 lb 14 oz) of Worcestershire sauce, 3 kg (6 lb 9 oz.) of salt, 1.014 kg (2 lb 3 oz) of Tabasco sauce, and a relative pinch of 30 g (1 oz.) of pepper.It was also no coincidence that the record was attempted and broken on the United Nations' World Tourism Day. On a day when people around the world celebrated what made their cities so special, Mazatlán announced its global shrimp supremacy with the authority of a city not willing to give up its title any time soon.

3573

Longest carpet of flowers laid in China

A new Guinness World Records™ record for the longest carpet of flowers was set in in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, China on Tuesday.Measuring 2,011 m (6,597 ft 8 in), the colourful carpet beat the previous record of 1,915.6 m (6,284 ft 9 in) set in Mexico in 2010.This record-setting display of flowers was created by the People's Government of Kaifeng City (China) for the 29th Kaifeng Chrysanthemum Festival, which runs throughout the month.Consisting of 22,110 potted chrysanthemums - a flower for which the city has a long history of cultivating - the carpet measured 1.65 m (5 ft 4.96 in) in width and took 120 people eight days to compose.Guinness World Record™ Adjudicator Angela Wu measured the carpet of flowers together with a professional technician, before presenting the official certificate to the organizer.

3574

USO collects most signatures on a flag to honor troops and military families

Many Guinness World Records achievements are about an individual standing out. Others are about a group of people coming together in one location to make history. But then there are still others that find a way to unite tens of thousands of participants, from all corners of the globe, for one common purpose.That's exactly the case with the recent achievement of the USO for gathering the most signatures on a flag. Unveiled recently on-field during a Reds baseball game at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, the USO's "Every Moment Counts" flag held a total of 115,405 signatures.videoSignatures came from all 50 U.S. states and seven countries, collected both digitally for transcribing and in-person as the flag made a nationwide tour before its reveal. Signatures were collected for more than two months earlier in the year, helping surpass the previous record by an astonishing 80,000+ signatures."Every signature on the Every Moment Counts flag is a symbol of a grateful nation’s appreciation for all that our men and women in uniform and their families do for us on a daily basis," says J.D. Crouch II, USO President and CEO."Setting a new Guinness World Records title is a special moment that we could not have accomplished without the support of Americans around the globe. We thank all those who joined the USO in making this milestone possible, and to all those who help us create special moments for our troops and their families every day."Every Moment Counts is a USO national campaign "to rally Americans to honor and create moments that matter for our troops and their families. By clearly communicating the significance of these moments, and humanizing their impact on families, the USO can help shift the civilian perspective on military service and inspire Americans to help show their gratitude to our troops and their families," according to the USO.The record-breaking flag measured 80 x 120 ft (24.38 x 36.57 m), weighed 350 lb (159 kg) and featured 140 signature panels sewn together, with each panel able to hold up to 1,440 signatures. The 115,405 signatures were collected as thank you messages to military and their families.Celebrities who were drawn to the cause and added signatures of their own included music superstars Toby Keith and Jordin Sparks, NASCAR drivers Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr., and even Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster and Elmo.After the unveiling in Cincinnati, the flag continued on a three-city tour. The second stop came in Foxborough, Mass., at Gillette Stadium when the MLS' New England Revolution played the Montreal Impact. Its third tour stop takes the flag to Dover, Del., at the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Dover International Speedway.Signatures were tallied and certified by independent public accounting firm Grant Thornton LLP. During the signature collection window, flag panels made stops at events like the Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR race, Build-A-Bear Workshop® “Celebrating Heroes” events across the U.S., and 52 USO locations around the world, including as far away as Japan. Additionally, Johnson & Johnson took to a number of their campuses to collect signatures for the flag.The final flag was assembled by Colonial Flag in Sandy, Utah. In a process that took more than 300 hours, the Colonial Flag team of five individuals used more than 5 miles (8.04 km) of thread to sew the flag together."This record proves the galvanizing effect of a great group attempting an inspirational achievement," said Guinness World Records adjudicator Alex Angert at the unveiling. "The Every Moment Counts campaign already benefited a tremendous cause in supporting our nation’s troops. But it showed that — whether you’re stationed abroad, are a celebrity at home, or a family member of one of our great military personnel — working toward a world record is something that can bring hundreds of thousands of people together for a common goal.”Are you or a group of your own attempting to raise awareness and attention for a charity or cause like the USO for its Every Moment Counts campaign? Make sure to contact the Guinness World Records client services team with your organization's details.

3575

Most consecutive muscle ups wearing a 40 lb pack (male)

This record is for the most consecutive muscle-ups wearing a 40-lb pack completed without stopping. This record is to be attempted by an individual male. This record is measured by the amount of muscle-ups performed without a break. The body must remain straight throughout, i.e. no bending at the waist (we will accept slight bending at the knees) The body must be raised from a hanging position to the point that the entire torso has risen above the level of the bar with arms straightened. The body is then lowered back below the bar until the arms hang straight. The above comprises one muscle-up. This basic principle applies to all Guinness World Records muscle- up categories with minor qualifications.

3576

Most step ups in one hour with a 80 lb pack

This record is for the most step-ups achieved in one hour carrying a 80 lb (36.28 kg) rucksack on the back.This record is to be attempted by an individual.This record is measured in number of step-ups.For the purpose of this record a step up is defined as when facing a bench the participant lifts one foot up on to it, then brings the other leg up so that both feet are on the bench and the participant is standing. The participant then brings the first leg down to the ground the second one then follows, so that they are standing on the ground where the movement began.

This record is for the greatest distance covered during a continuous wheelie on a bicycle.This record is to be attempted by an individual.This record is measured in kilometres with the equivalent imperial distance in miles also provided. In the context of this record, a wheelie is defined as riding on the rear wheel of the bicycle without the rider’s feet, or the front wheel, touching the ground.For the purposes of this record 'continuous' means an unbroken attempt. As soon as the front wheel, or the challenger's feet, touch the ground, the attempt is over.

3578

Best selling wall calendar - current

This record is for the greatest number of copies of a wall calendar sold during the last financial year.This record is to be attempted by the publisher of the wall calendar.This record is measured by the total number of copies of the same product (wall calendar) sold in one year.For the purposes of the record, a wall calendar is defined as a printed display of days, weeks, months, and years intended for placement on a wall, and used for organizing one’s schedule for social, religious, commercial or administrative purposes. Wall calendars may include images in addition to almanac.

This record is for the greatest number of individuals simultaneously taking a self-portrait using their own camera at multiple venues.

3580

Oldest deer living

This record is based on the age of a fully grown, adult, living deer. This record is measured in years and days.

3581

Most baseball pitches thrown in one minute

This record is for the most times to pitch a baseball within one minute.This record is to be attempted by an individual.

3582

Oldest living chicken

This record is for the oldest age of a living chicken. The age must be measured in years and days.

3583

Tallest latte art sculpture

This record is for the tallest latte art sculpture. This record is to be attempted by an individual or a team of unlimited size. This record is based on the height of the sculpture and is measured in centimetres with the imperial equivalent also given in inches. For the purposes of this record, latte art is defined as a technique of serving and presenting coffee in which various patterns and designs are created on the surface of the coffee drink by pouring steamed milk on it. For the purposes of this record, only a three-dimensional latte art creation - a sculpture - is eligible for this record.

3584

Largest serving of roasted guinea pig

This record is defined by the total weight of the roasted guinea pig served in a single recipient.There is no limit to the number of participants in this record.

3585

Most darts doubles thrown in an hour

This record is for the most doubles hit on a dartboard within one hour.This record is to be attempted by an individual.

3586

Largest allergy awareness lesson

This record is for the most people attending a lesson on allergy awareness.This record is measured by the number of participants.

3587

Oldest living rabbit

This record is based on the age of a fully grown, adult, living rabbit. This record is measured in years and days.

3588

Largest plastic cup sculpture

This record is for the largest sculpture of a recognizable image made solely from plastic cups.The record is based on the number of plastic cups used.

3589

Most instant noodle cups/bowls stacked into a tower in one minute

This record is for the tallest single free standing stack of instant noodle cup/bowl built into a tower in one minute.This record is to be attempted by an individual. It is measured by the number of instant noodle cups/bowls that are correctly stacked within the one minute time frame.For the purposes of the record, an instant noodle cup/bowl is defined as a polystyrene or paper container holding dried noodles and other ingredients. The content becomes edible by removing the top of the cup/bowl and pouring hot water directly into the cup/bowl. The shape of the cup/bowl may differ between products, however to be used for the attempt it must have a flat base and top.

3590

Longest running dinner theater

This record is for the longest running venue (in terms of uninterrupted number of years) to feature a professional show during dinner times.

3591

Most jumping jacks in one minute carrying a 60 lb pack

This record is for the most repetitions of a jumping jack in one minute with a 60-lb (27.22 kg) pack.This record is to be attempted by an individual.A jumping jack is defined as follows: The starting position is standing straight with arms by sides and feet together. The first movement is to jump into the air, with back straight, legs spread separated, and straight arms raised above the head to touch. Upon the landing of the feet spread out, the participant must jump so that the feet come together again and the arms return to the sides, i.e. the body must return to the start position.

3592

Most people signing each other's t-shirts simultaneously

This record is for the greatest number of people simultaneously signing each other’s t-shirts at a single venue.

3593

Longest dog living

This record is based on the length of a fully grown, adult, living dog. The length must be measured in centimeters and millimeters with the equivalent imperial measurements provided.

3594

Oldest-running cinema (UK)

This record is for the longest time a movie theatre/cinema has been continuously on use. This record is to be attempted by an organisation. This record is measured in years and days.

3595

Guinness World Records toys now featured in Wendy's Kids' Meals

In a partnership sure to add a little friendly record-breaking competition to family dining, Guinness World Records has teamed up with Wendy’s® for a six-week duration in which every Wendy’s Kids’ Meal™ will come with one of six Guinness World Records record-breaking toys.With distribution from August 12-September 22 in the United States and Canada, each toy provides fun challenges and a chance for parents and kids to outdo each other for the title of family’s best. Tallest, smallest, fastest, farthest – each Kids’ Meal will allow parents and kids to keep the fun going!The six toys include:Paper aircraft: each kit comes with five different types of paper and instructions on how to design each for a specific world record flight. There’s the duration aircraft, high speed flyer, long distance aircraft, and precision flyer, plus a landing strip to aim for.High flying disc: complete with a perfect throwing motion diagram, brother and sister will be going after the record for most behind-the-back flying disc catches in one minute (24) in no time!Trick footbag: Once the neighborhood gets a hold of the skills on this footbag, it’s only a matter of time before the record of 946 people playing in a circle at once gets taken down.Hopscotch record kit: this chalk-and-marker set features an official Guinness World Records game piece – everything a kid needs to challenge the record for fastest game of hopscotch, at 1 minute 1.97 seconds!Record-setting timer: what better item to time all record attempts?! This timer also comes with a deck of record challenge suggestions, like seeing how many frog jumps can be completed in one minute.Mini-magazine: the wildest records, craziest pictures, and most fun games and puzzles – all right at the reader’s fingertips.Parents and kids will also be given a special link with each meal that they can visit to view and download a free Guinness World Records eBook presented by Wendy’s.The eBook provides an exclusive guide to records that families can try to break, so mom or dad or brother or sister can set the family record. It’s also packed with many fantastic records that can be broken in just a minute, a Fun Family Quiz to test everyone’s record knowledge, incredible juggling records, awesome puzzles and games, and amazing Guinness World Records facts.All six toys plus eBook link are available now in all Wendy’s Kids’ Meals. ABOUT THE WENDY'S COMPANYThe Wendy's Company is the world's third largest quick-service hamburger company. The Wendy's system includes more than 6,500 franchise and Company restaurants in the United States and 27 countries and U.S. territories worldwide. For more information, visit www.aboutwendys.com or www.wendys.com.

The streets of Toronto will see some epic battles waged this weekend. Superman vs. the Flash. A runner in lederhosen against chafing. And, most importantly, the battle against the clock.It's that time of the year, the return of the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon (STWM), and the race's fourth annual partnerhip with Guinness World Records. Much like GWR's relationship with the Virgin London Marathon, an official adjudicator will be on-site at the race to verify on the spot whether or not the seven pre-registered record applicants were successful in their attempts at glory.This year's race features seven total competitors across both the full and half marathon events, and the attempts are wide-ranging. Here's a quick look at all those participating on Sunday, many of whom are racing for a cause.Michal Kapral: fastest half marathon juggling three objectsAlready the owner of the fastest marathon ( 2 hr 50 min 12 sec) and fastest 10K ( 36 min 27 sec) "joggling" with three objects, the 42-year-old Toronto father of two is looking for a career triple crown with a half marathon record this year. Time to beat: 1 hr 15 minIn his own words: "As a kid, I used to flip through the Guinness Book of World Records trying to find records that I could break. When I was about 11, I read that there was a record for joggling, a combination of jogging and juggling. The guy in the book had run an entire marathon while joggling, which I thought was the most amazing feat. "Charity: People to PeopleStéphane Hetherington: fastest half marathon as a superheroWell isn't this fitting. Already having broken the record for the fastest full marathon dressed as a superhero (2 hr 33 min 58 sec at the SWTM in 2012), Stéphane is bringing his trademark costume of The Flash to the half marathon portion of the race, hoping for a repeat of his success from two years ago.Time to beat: 1 hr 30 minIn his own words: "I’ve run five marathons, two in costume. This will be my first half marathon. I prepare by running about 100 km (62 mi) per week, plus some other fun stuff!"Charity: Hands Across the NationsJohn Scott Clarke: fastest half marathon as a superheroAnd who more appropriate for The Flash to try and beat for a record than the Man of Steel. John will be dressed as Superman as he and Stéphane battle out for superhero half marathon supremacy. At age 6, John suffered from such debilitating pain in his legs that he couldn't walk. Now, he's racing to raise money for the hospital that treated him as a child and allowed him to run marathons today.Time to beat: 1 hr 30 minIn his own words: "My family called me their little Superman - 30 years later, I am now 36 years old and want to pay it forward for the hospital that did so much for me then, that I am now able to run a record-setting half marathon, when 30 years ago I couldn't even walk." Charity: Toronto Sick Kids HospitalLindsay Santagato: fastest marathon in firefighter's uniformIn this, her third marathon, Lindsay has upped the stakes by going for her first career record. A graduate of the Ontario Fire Academy and current volunteer firefighter, the 21-year-old will don full gear while running for the Canadian Liver Foundation.Time to beat: 6 hr 30 minIn her own words: "I chose CLF because my brother passed away from liver and kidney failure. I am running this marathon for him."Charity: Canadian Liver FoundationJeremiah Sacay: fastest marathon in a baseball uniformThis 26-year-old registered nurse from Toronto is running in his third STWM, attempting his first record, and has endured training six days a week while still working a part-time job at nearby Mt. Sinai Hospital.Time to beat: 4 hoursIn his own words: "I am attempting a [record] because I found out regular people like me can go through with setting a record in their home city or country."Charity: N/AGünther Go: fastest marathon wearing lederhosenGünther Go is the preferred pseudonym of the man hoping to bring a little national pride to the STWM. Originally from Austria, Günther will certainly be one of the more unique looking and easily spottable competitors on race day.Time to beat: 4 hoursIn his own words: I do not mind if you laugh, stare or point at me but please give generously for The Children's Aid Foundation. I want to help individuals who cannot help themselves.Charity: Children's Aid FoundationBridget Burns: fastest marathon dressed as a zookeeperThis is Bridget's sixth marathon, but would be her second record. She ran the GoodLife Fitness Toronto Marathon earlier this year in 3 hr 52 min 27 in full boxing gear. For this record, she'll need to be dressed in khaki zookeeper shirt and trousers/shorts, a brown belt, safari hat, and carrying at least one stuffed animal for the whole race.Time to beat: 4 hr 30 minIn her own words: "I enjoy challenging myself to tests and not allowing fear or pain to conquer me. There are many runners surrounding you, but you are racing against yourself, your own fears, your own battles and self doubt."Charity: Friends of High Park ZooMake sure to follow Guinness World Records on Twitter @gwr on race day to keep up with all the results and to see if your favorite runner broke their record!And for the latest on all things world record, visit Guinness World Records on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and our brand-new Instagram. Plus check out Guinness World Records on YouTube to subscribe for the latest record-breaking videos!

Welcome to the Guinness World Records Italian Show – a weekly video series featuring the most astonishing, shocking and awe-inspiring record attempts from the recent seventh series of Italy’s Lo Show Dei Record.

3598

Stretchiest skin

Garry Turner

15.8 inch(es)

United States, Los Angeles

29 October 1999

Garry Turner (UK) is able to stretch the skin of his stomach to a distended length of 15.8 cm (6.25 in) due to a rare medical condition called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a disorder of the connective tissues affecting the skin, ligaments and internal organs.With this condition, the collagen that strengthens the skin and determines its elasticity becomes defective, resulting in, among other things, a loosening of the skin, and "hypermobility" of the joints. In more serious cases, it can cause the fatal collapse or rupturing of blood vessels.Garry Turner Q&A, from April 2012Q: When did you know that you had stretchy skin?A: I have always known that my skin was different - as a small child my uncles used to have fun showing their friends.Q: Are there parts of the body where the skin is very stretchy?A: Anywhere that has plenty of skin is best - tummy, neck, arms, etc. Areas not so stretchy are hands and feet.Q: Does it hurt?A: Stretching doesnt hurt at all. However, other aspects of the syndrome are very painful, e.g. joints.Q: Is there any cure for the condition?A: There is no cure as yet.

3599

Largest collection of spoons

Unknown

Australia, Mayfield

01 January 1990

Mr. Des Warren of Mayfield Austrailia owns a collection of over 30,000 teaspoons as recognized by the UK Spoon Collectors Club.

3600

Most human targets hit with plungers in one minute

Gerhard Donie

Japan, Tokyo

14 September 2010

The most plungers thrown at people in one minute is 15 and was achieved by Gerhard Donie (Germany) on the set of TV Asahi "Torihada Scoop 100 SP #3", Japan, on 14 September 2010.Mr. Donie beat his previous record by 1 plunger this time.The plungers were the rubber‑cup type used for unblocking lavatory systems.